Ep 2. Poo Pot Maker

In season 3 episode 2 of Dirty Jobs, host Mike Rowe travels to Indiana to meet a man named Brian Bell who makes poop pots. Yes, you read that right. Poop pots are a method of composting human waste that is odorless and environmentally friendly.

Bell's company, called Humble Pots, specializes in making these composting toilets, which can be used in a variety of settings such as parks, campgrounds, and festival grounds. Basically, the poop pot separates the liquid and solid waste, which is then composted over time and turned into fertilizer.

Rowe joins Bell and his team as they assemble the poop pots from scratch. This involves cutting and sanding the wooden frames, painting them with a waterproof sealant, and attaching the inner composting chamber. The composting chamber is filled with a starter mixture of sawdust and peat moss, which helps break down the waste.

Once the poop pots are assembled, it's time to test them out. Rowe takes on the dirty job of using one of the poop pots and dumping his waste into it. The experience is described as "strangely satisfying" and Rowe admits that he doesn't feel any sense of shame or embarrassment while doing it.

Rowe also discusses the challenges of getting people to embrace the idea of composting toilets, which are still considered taboo in many parts of the world. However, he argues that poop pots are a practical and efficient solution for dealing with human waste, especially in outdoor settings where traditional plumbing and sewage systems may not be feasible.

Overall, this episode of Dirty Jobs is a fascinating and educational look at an unconventional solution to a common problem. It's a reminder that there are people out there who are willing to tackle even the dirtiest and smelliest of jobs in order to make a positive impact on the environment.